Athlete’s Health Emotionally, Mentally, Physically... Learn how to keep your athletes happy and healthy so they may experience success both on and off the field. Powered by the experience and values of the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency, TrueSport provides educational resources focused on Sportsmanship, Character Building & Life Skills, and Clean & Healthy Performance that support the whole child and help teach the life lessons that can be learned through sport.Follow TrueSport on SportsEngine Play > Read TrueSport stories Presented by How to Recognize and Repair Iron and Vitamin D Nutrient Deficiencies in Young Athletes Iron and vitamin D are two common athlete nutrient deficiencies that can have a big impact on athletic performance and overall health. Supplement Series by TrueSport This five-part series explores the potential benefits of dietary supplements and their risks. And, if you decide you do need to use supplements, how you can better choose a low-risk product. What is a Supplement? Is it Risky to Use Supplements? 3 Risky Supplements Parents Should Make Sure Athletes Avoid Do I Need to Use Supplements? What Supplements Should I Avoid? Mental Health Sports Parents Reap The Benefits When Their Kids Love Sports Discover the key benefits parents should get and see from their children playing sport. 8 Ways to Help Your Student-Athlete Recover from Change What to Say when Someone Discloses their Abuse to You WeRideTogether dives into what to say when a youth athlete discloses their abuse to you. Safety in Sports Includes Mental Health Care Learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms of your athlete's mental health struggles. How to Overcome High Expectations on a New Team Sports phycologists explain the research they have discovered with dealing with new team dynamics and how parents, coaches, and athletes can help minimize the pressure and maximize performance. 9 Easy Ways to Prevent Cliques on Teams Preventing cliques is one of many ways to proactively avoid conflict on a team, including bullying behaviors. More Mental Health Articles Nutrition Articles Nutrition Myths: Do These Fueling Traditions Work? There are some modern tweaks to nutrition myths you can make to ensure that your athlete is properly fueled and getting the nutrition he or she needs. 7 Things to Know About Disordered Eating While disordered eating is a serious issue that may require professional support, there are things that coaches can do to prevent these behaviors. 5 Nutrition Tips for Swimmers: Fueling for Peak Performance Boost your swimming performance with these 5 nutrition tips! Learn how proper hydration, protein, carbs, healthy fats, and recovery can make a difference. 6 Tips for Making Great Meals in Less Time Six surprising tips and tricks to speed up meal time by meal prepping and making smart menus that provide variety and flavor without hours in the oven. Top Nutrition Tips to Help Heal a Sports Injury When your athlete is recovering from a sports injury that’s keeping them from taking part in practice and play, proper nutrition becomes more critical than ever Dairy Alternatives: Are Your Athletes Getting Nutrients? While cow’s milk offers many nutritional benefits, research will help ensure that your athlete can get key nutrients from dairy alternatives too. 6 Things to Avoid when Talking to Athletes about Sports Nutrition Phrases that parents and coaches should avoid when talking about sports nutrition with young athletes. 6 Surprising Things Athletes Should Know About Collagen Supplements Is collagen right for you? TrueSport provides everything athletes should know about collagen supplements. All-Day Events: Top 6 Foods to Avoid When You’re In Charge of the Team’s Snacks Why and How to Easily Get More Calcium into Your Athlete’s Diet Registered dietitian, Kristen Ziesmer, provides everything you need to know about calcium and how to make it a part of your athlete’s everyday meal plan. How to Turn Any Soup into a Healthy, Hearty Meal Kristen Ziesmer, a registered dietitian and board-certified specialist in sports dietetics, shares her best tips for optimizing time, dollars, and nutrition. Are Alternative Sugars Really Healthier? There are some minor differences between sugar alternatives and things to look out for when considering a substitute to plain white table sugar. More Nutrition Articles & Videos More Athlete's Health Articles Beginner’s Guide to Swimming: Dive into the Basics Discover the basics of swimming! Our Beginner's Guide covers essential techniques, gear, and tips for parents, athletes, and fans. Performance Lifestyle Tips for a Busy 2022 The start of 2022 brings with it the tantalising prospect of a packed aquatics calendar for athletes, coaches and fans alike. 9th Grade Physical Health Tips Follow these tips on how to advance your child's physical health and development in 9th grade. The Growth of Women’s Sports and Why It Matters for Youth Sport Olympian Kara Winger talks about how the narrative around girls in sport is changing and why professional women athletes are a necessary part of that change. Breathing Exercises for Athletes Teaching your athletes these breathing exercises can help them reduce anxiety, calm their stress response system, focus more clearly on the goals ahead, and improve performance. Sun Safety: Tips to Help Soak Up the Sun Summer calls for outdoor volleyball! Here's how to stay safe when playing out in the sun. When to Visit Orthopedic Urgent Care The Myth of Scarcity and How To Harness Collaboration Ditching the myth of scarcity takes some practice, so here are more easy ways to retrain your focus and harness collaboration. Sports Safety Tips 4 Ways Athletes Should Be Using Sugar for Fuel Four ways athletes should be using sugar for fuel: before, during, and after exercise, and as a fun treat (in moderation). Neuromuscular Training: What Is It and How Does It Work Dr. Michele LaBotz, TrueSport Expert and sports medicine physician, explains exactly what neuromuscular training really means for sport, and how you can apply it to your coaching practice 5 Things Parents Can Do to Protect Sporty Kids From Injuries Help prevent sports injuries in kids by paying attention to their recovery—and avoiding specializing in one activity too early. 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